Particularly in the rural communities of Florida, large trucks are one of the more troublesome aspects that drivers of smaller passenger cars have to overcome on a daily basis. With Florida’s vibrant commercial ports, goods that are transported across the Nation start on a truck in Florida. As a result, there is a tremendous amount of truck traffic that passes over Florida’s roads and highways each day. Unfortunately, this large amount of commercial trucking traffic presents an increased potential hazard to other drivers on the road.
Commercial trucks are sophisticated pieces of machinery that require regular maintenance in order to properly, and safely, function. Before they even hit the road, should be examined to ensure the functionality of all brakes, brake lights, side reflectors, trailer hitches, and the engine are in good working order for a truck to be safe while on the road.
In some cases, trucking companies can be held responsible for the dangers that their trucks cause in an accident. If a trucking company fails to inspect its truck, and sends that truck out on the road knowing the truck may not be safe to other motorists, then that trucking company can be held accountable for the damages and injuries caused by the accident.
Likewise, truck drivers have a responsibility, like all motorists, to be cautious and diligent drivers. If a driver breaks the law, drives recklessly, chooses not to regularly inspect his or her truck for safety, or chooses to drive while over fatigued, then that driver may be entirely responsible for any damage he or she causes in an accident.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking related accident, our attorneys are pleased to offer a free consultation to discuss your case. We represent clients throughout the State of Florida. We have offices in Fort Lauderdale and Moore Haven, Florida. To contact a lawyer at our firm, call (954) 591-8261. You may also contact us by e-mail at info@truebloodlawgroup.com or by submitting your contact information here.